Southwest Florida’s Premier Dining Event Returns with More Time and More Impact

Dine Local. Give Back. Dine With Purpose.
Calling all food lovers! Sizzle Dining, Southwest Florida’s premier culinary celebration, is back and bigger than ever. From September 3–30, 2025, foodies from Fort Myers to Naples and beyond can indulge in mouthwatering, prix-fixe menus while making a meaningful impact in their community.

This year, Sizzle Dining marks two major milestones:

• Expanded to a full four weeks of dining deals and culinary creativity
• Now officially a 509(a)(2) nonprofit, allowing even greater support for its charitable partner, Blessings in a Backpack of Southwest Florida

What is Sizzle Dining?
Founded in 2016, Sizzle Dining was originally an 11-day dining event in Naples. It has since grown into a region wide movement that now includes over 100 top restaurants across Lee, Collier, and Charlotte counties from waterfront bistros and upscale steakhouses to cozy cafés and neighborhood favorites.

During the event, each restaurant offers:

• 2-course breakfasts/lunches for $19 or $29
• 3-course dinners for $29, $39, or $49
• Special one-day-only weekend brunches at select restaurants

Diners can browse participating restaurants and menus starting August 4 at SizzleDining.org. No tickets or passes are required, just make a reservation, show up, and enjoy!

Dining with Purpose
Sizzle Dining is more than just a foodie’s dream, it’s a community catalyst.

For every Sizzle Dining meal purchased, $1 is donated to Blessings in a Backpack of Southwest Florida, a nonprofit that provides weekend meals to food-insecure elementary students in our region.

“It’s not just a dining experience,” says Guy Clarke, Executive Director of Sizzle Dining. “It’s an opportunity to support the hospitality industry while directly impacting the lives of children in our community.”

Last year, Sizzle Dining sold over 62,000 meals and raised more than $60,000 for Blessings in a Backpack. With this year’s extended timeline, organizers aim to surpass 80,000 meals sold, that’s 80,000 reasons to book your table and eat for a cause.

Why It Matters
September is traditionally one of the slowest months for local restaurants. Sizzle Dining helps:

• Boost business for restaurants and hospitality workers
• Increase hours for kitchen staff and servers
• Support local farmers and food suppliers
• Raise vital funds for children in need

Whether you're discovering a new favorite spot or revisiting a beloved local gem, your participation helps fuel both the economy and compassion in Southwest Florida.

How to Participate
Visit SizzleDining.org starting August 4

Browse the full list of participating restaurants

Make a reservation (or just walk in) between Sept. 3–30

Enjoy an incredible meal while supporting a great cause

Dine Local. Give Back. Dine With Purpose.
Follow @SizzleDining on Instagram or HERE on Facebook for mouthwatering previews, behind-the-scenes chef content, and exclusive brunch event announcements.